Recent developments with buying and selling a practice in respect of NHS and CQC

In a podcast of two halves, specialist solicitor, Thomas Coates, discusses a new policy introduced by the CQC that is making practice sales, purchases and restructures significantly more difficult. He also talks about an updated policy from the NHS regarding ‘24-hour retirement’ which makes the process more straightforward.

What you’ll hear:

• The historic position in respect of CQC and NHS on the sale of a practice
• Details of the new position being adopted by CQC and how it is obstructing the sale and purchase of NHS practices
• An explanation of ’24-hour retirement’ and how it has been historically used
• Details of recent NHS guidance which has made the process more straightforward 

Who should listen:

• Practice owners considering selling thier practice
• Anyone considering buying a practice
• Practice owners who hold an NHS contract and wish to start claiming their pension